Combined XI: Manchester City vs. Liverpool

Manchester City welcome Liverpool to the Etihad Stadium in what could prove to be a crucial encounter in the race for a top-four finish in the Premier League.

Both sides made blistering starts to the season but tailed off later in the year – giving Chelsea a significant advantage in the title race. City currently holds a one point lead over the Reds and sit in third but do have a game in hand. Earlier in the season, Liverpool won 1-0 at Anfield in a match dominated by the Merseysiders.